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Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Issues Statement in Response to Release of Police Body Camera Footage of Killing of Tyre Nichols
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — In response to the release of police body camera footage showing the killing of Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Memphis officers, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) released the following statement:
Mason Announces Funding to Combat Shoreline Erosion at Illinois Beach State Park
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, announced that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) recently allocated funds to address shoreline erosion at Illinois Beach State Park.
Stava-Murray Appointed Chair of Public Health Committee
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, is set to step up her efforts on behalf of Illinois families as the newly-appointed Chairperson of the Illinois House Public Health Committee for the upcoming 2023 legislative session.
Rep. Buckner Responds to Deadly Blaze in Kenwood High-Rise, Calls for Safety Funding
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is calling for new housing inspection and enforcement resources after a deadly fire in the Kenwood community resulted in eight injuries and one death this week.
Delgado to Serve as Chair of Immigration and Human Rights Committee
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, will continue her advocacy for human rights and comprehensive immigration policy as the next chair of the House’s Immigration and Human Rights Committee.
Williams Named Chair of Energy & Environment Committee
CHICAGO, IL – State Rep. Ann Williams, D-Chicago, will continue her work to protect our environment, address the climate crisis, spur renewable energy development and create green jobs as she begins another term as Chair of the House Energy and Environment Committee.
Andrade to Serve as Chair of House Transportation Committee
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, will emphasize electric and autonomous vehicle legislation and help new Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias realize his vision for the office as chair of the House Transportation: Vehicle Safety Committee.
Hoffman and Stuart Applaud Release of Local Transit Funding
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Today the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced the release of funding for projects for the St. Clair County Transit District and Madison County Transit under the Rebuild Illinois capital program supported by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, and state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea.
Rep. Mason Named Chair of House Childcare Accessibility and Early Childhood Education Committee, Leads the Fight for Affordable Access to Childcare and Quality Education
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, will prioritize safe, affordable early childhood education and day care as Chairperson of the House Childcare Accessibility and Early Childhood Education Committee.
Hirschauer Passes Bill Requiring Five Days of Paid Time Off For Employees
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — Every employee of Illinois will be guaranteed at least five days of paid leave for personal every year use under legislation passed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia
Williams to Lead Prescription Drug Affordability Committee
CHICAGO — State Rep. Jawaharial “Omar” Williams, D-Chicago, will continue to advocate for greater access to affordable prescription drugs as chair of the Prescription Drug Affordability committee.
Rep. Kevin Olickal Seeks Community Input on Lawmaking Priorities
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, is inviting residents to share their ideas and opinions as he crafts his legislative agenda for the 103rd General Assembly.
Rep. Ness Joins Rep. Moeller to Honor Health Care Community with Valentine’s Card Drive
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is joining with state Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, to honor the heroic contributions of health care professionals with a Valentine’s Day card drive.
Rep. Mayfield Reappointed Chairperson of House Appropriations-Public Safety Committee
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, will continue to take a leading role in facilitating public safety efforts across Illinois after being reappointed to lead the Appropriations-Public Safety Committee in the Illinois House of Representatives for the newly-begun 103rd General Assembly.
Rep. Rita Promoted to Leadership, Reappointed Chair of House Executive Committee
BLUE ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Robert “Bob” Rita, D-Blue Island, will continue his effort to invest in local communities, deliver for working families, and make neighborhoods safer both as chair of the House Executive Committee, and now as Deputy House Majority Leader during the new legislative session.
In Wake of Amazon Tragedy, Stuart and Hoffman Work to Create Warehouse Safety Standards Task Force
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Following a deadly structural collapse at an Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville during a tornado, an initiative led by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, and state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, will create a Warehouse Safety Standards Task Force aimed at developing recommendations to make similar workplaces safer moving forward.
Gonzalez Servirá Cómo Presidente Del Comité De Equidad Y Oportunidad Económica
CHICAGO – Rep. Estatal Edgar Gonzalez Jr., D-Chicago, trabajará para ayudar a familias de bajos ingresos y comunidades marginalizadas a nivel local y en todo de Illinois cómo el Presidente del Comité de Equidad y Oportunidad Económica.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Hold Free Healthcare Enrollment and COVID Booster Event
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding an event for Aurorans to learn about recent expansions of Medicaid in Illinois, including immigrants ages 42 and up, regardless of their immigration status.